31-3-8 + 2% FE, 8. 60% S Fertilizer

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is seeking to procure 91 tons of specialized 31-3-8 + 2% FE, 8.60% S Fertilizer for the Roadside Environmental Unit's 2025 pre-planting of Wildflower Beds. This Invitation for Bid (IFB #54-CAPR16779) requires vendors to deliver the fertilizer to the NCDOT Central Inventory Warehouse in Raleigh, NC, with specific packaging and delivery requirements. The fertilizer must be delivered in 50 lb. plastic-lined paper or minimum 4 mil. plastic bags on pallets, with one ton per pallet, and transported via flatbed truck with 24-hour advance notice. Vendors must submit bid responses by February 13, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, with a public bid opening via conference call. All transportation costs must be included in the total bid price, and delivery is required within 30 calendar days after receiving the purchase order. The state intends to award the contract to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting all specifications.

The solicitation includes a 10% Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) participation goal, which indicates a preference for minority or disadvantaged business enterprises. Vendors must complete and submit several mandatory attachments, including HUB Supplemental Vendor Information (Attachment D), Location of Workers Utilized by Vendor (Attachment F), and potentially Vendor Request for EO50 Price-Matching (Attachment H). While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement is for 91 tons of fertilizer, suggesting a moderate-sized contract. The procurement process allows for potential separate awards by line item, providing flexibility in vendor selection. Additional requirements include completing various supplemental forms and adhering to North Carolina General Terms & Conditions, which will be evaluated as part of the bid response assessment.